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MSDS 
:
 3,5-Dimethylphenol, 98%
CAS 
:
 108-68-9
SYNONYMS 
:
 3,5-Xylenol;     1-hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzene;phenol;3,5-DMP;3,5-xylenol.
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 108-68-9 |3,5-Dimethylphenol | 98 | 203-606-5 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 22

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin burns.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if
swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic ingestion may cause effects similar to those of acute
ingestion.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry,
closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 108-68-9:


Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Solid
Color: white
Odor: Phenolic odor.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @62C
Viscosity: 2.5cP 80C
Boiling Point: 219.5 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 63-65C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 109 deg C ( 228.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: 4.8g/L
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.9860
Molecular Formula: C8H10O
Molecular Weight: 122.17

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Bases - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - oxidizing agents -
corrodes steel - brass - copper - copper alloys.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 108-68-9: ZE6475000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 108-68-9: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug Severe; Oral, mouse:
LD50 = 477 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 477000 mg/m3; Oral, rabbit:
LD50 = 1313 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 1313000 mg/m3; Oral, rat:
LD50 = 608 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 608000 mg/m3.
Carcinogenicity:
3,5-Dimethylphenol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

Ecotoxicity:
cfr. DOSE

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: XYLENOLS
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2261
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: XYLENOLS, SOLID
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2261
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: XYLENOLS
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2261
Packing group: II

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 2 Keep out of reach of children.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 108-68-9: 2
Canada
CAS# 108-68-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 108-68-9 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 108-68-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #2 Date: 2/06/2003

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